This study examined the effects of a 12-week specialized physical training program on the physical profiles and success rate of skill movement in collegiate sanda athletes, comparing outcomes between experimental and control groups. The participants comprised 40 Sanda athletes including 20 males and 20 females from Sichuan University of Science and Chemical Technology, all actively engaged in university-level competitions and regular training. Using stratified randomization, subjects were assigned to either the experimental or control group after baseline physical fitness assessments. Following the 12-week intervention, within-group (pre-post) and between-group comparisons were conducted. Results indicated that the experimental group demonstrated significant improvements in overall physical fitness profiles and the success rate of skill movement compared to the control group. Specifically, the experimental group outperformed the control group in strength, endurance, flexibility, coordination, and success rate of skill movement. The findings suggest that specialized physical training enhances athletes' foundational fitness capacities, thereby supporting competitive performance. This study not only underscores the efficacy of targeted physical training for sanda athletes' development but also offers practical insights for optimizing training methodologies in combat sports.
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